But I have to ask, just -how much- of an impact can these isolated instances have on the results of a -national election-, primary or otherwise? You have these instances happening to hundreds, or even thousands of people, but these national elections are won by thousands, or even tens and hundreds of thousands of votes.

Sometimes a few thousand votes decide an election.

Also, even if it "only" happens to a few hundred people, that's still unacceptable.

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And I'm also sure that if we wanted to find it, we could find the same types of things happening on the right as well

Everyone here knows I'm a liberal, but "the right does it too" is no excuse.

Marx

08-20-2010 08:19 PM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

I'm torn on the whole 'Let's tie everything back to Bush' tactics. On one hand, it's tired and played out. On the other, the GOP is clearly not offering anything new.

The verdict is in! Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich will appear at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con on Saturday at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill. Blagojevich will sign autographs, pose for pictures and meet fans at the pop culture convention.

The photo session will begin at 10:30 a.m., with autographs to follow at 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

“I'm looking forward to meeting loyal supporters and other fans on Saturday,” said Blagojevich, whose many recent television appearances included a stint on “Celebrity Apprentice.”

“Wizard World Chicago Comic Con is all about pop culture, and Rod Blagojevich is as relevant to today's news as it gets,” said Gareb Shamus, CEO of Wizard Entertainment. “We think the court of public opinion will show him to be a popular figure at the show.”

Blagojevich joins 500 other celebrities, artists and industry pros at Chicago Comic Con, which continues through Sunday. William Shatner, Adam West, Linda Hamilton and James Marsters are among the stars in attendance.
Chicago Comic Con runs from August 19-22, 2010 at the Rosemont Convention Center. This major pop-culture convention brings together fans of comics, toys, collectibles and offers a chance to see actors, writers, artists that each industry has to offer.

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I'm going there tomorrow. I just heard about the ex-governor being there tonight. I'm still in shock about this. He. Just. Wont. Go. Away. :doh:

Wolfwood

08-21-2010 05:03 AM

Re: Rod Blagojevich at Wizard World Chicago

I hope there's a fruit stand nearby, so people can pelt him.

Hobgoblin

08-21-2010 08:11 AM

Re: Rod Blagojevich at Wizard World Chicago

He will at least get to know what its like to get mocked by guys dressed like the Joker.

Kelly

08-21-2010 04:00 PM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

He's trying to get a reality show...so he can't go away.....he's working hard for that show.

Wylie Times

08-21-2010 04:17 PM

Re: Rod Blagojevich at Wizard World Chicago

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Originally Posted by Wolfwood
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I hope there's a bunch of rocks nearby, so people can pelt him.

Fixed..

We shouldn't waste food by throwing it at that bastard.

Hobgoblin

08-21-2010 05:38 PM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

Just got back from CC. He was announced over the loudspeaker four times and he was booed each time. I didnt bother looking for him so I cant say what the scene around him was like.

Oh, and darn Kristanna Loken is tall! :wow: I'm 6'1'' and she towered over me.

...

Just sayin.

terry78

08-22-2010 08:44 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

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Originally Posted by Hobgoblin
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Just got back from CC. He was announced over the loudspeaker four times and he was booed each time. I didnt bother looking for him so I cant say what the scene around him was like.

Oh, and darn Kristanna Loken is tall! :wow: I'm 6'1'' and she towered over me.

...

Just sayin.

And yet she can't get casted in a comic book movie to save her life. :csad:

Hobgoblin

08-22-2010 10:23 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

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Originally Posted by terry78
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And yet she can't get casted in a comic book movie to save her life. :csad:

I know. I saw her and was like "Why the blazes isnt she in Thor? She's enormous (in a good way) and is even Scandinavian." Too bad.

Anyway, I'm glad that Rod got such a cold shoulder yesterday. I am kind of disappointed that I didnt get to see him getting snubbed by his "loyal fans." I cant believe he was charging $50 for an autograph when the people that fans actually came to see were charging $20. Typical politician. Completely out of touch.

Marx

08-22-2010 10:56 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

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Originally Posted by Hobgoblin
(Post 18787435)

Just got back from CC. He was announced over the loudspeaker four times and he was booed each time. I didnt bother looking for him so I cant say what the scene around him was like.

Oh, and darn Kristanna Loken is tall! :wow: I'm 6'1'' and she towered over me.

...

Just sayin.

:funny:

Paradoxium

08-22-2010 11:29 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

Anyone see that animated 3d short of Blagojevich?

Hobgoblin

08-22-2010 11:53 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

Very nice, dox. The way things are going here in Illinois, we may see a short featuring Pat Quinn, too. A whole series of animated shorts could be done on IL governors.

hippie_hunter

08-22-2010 03:50 PM

Re: Rod Blagojevich at Wizard World Chicago

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Originally Posted by Hobgoblin
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I'm going there tomorrow. I just heard about the ex-governor being there tonight. I'm still in shock about this. He. Just. Wont. Go. Away. :doh:

And he's charging $50 for an autograph and $80 to take a photo with him.

To tell you the truth, I would so pay $80 to get my photo with Rod Blagojevich. It would be the coolest conversation piece ever.

TimBisley

08-22-2010 08:50 PM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

As long I'm allowed to make any face, any gesture I want, I'd gladly pay 80 dollars. Seriously, going to a comic book convention and charging money for autographs? "Whatta douche."

Kelly

08-23-2010 05:53 AM

Re: The Future of the DEMOCRATIC Party

He doesn't have a job, and he has a hell of a lot of lawyer bills, if people will pay for them.......why not?